Tapers

People in this career often know a lot about:

• Building and Construction - Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

People in this career often have talent in:

• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

People in this career often do these activities:

• Apply sealants or other protective coatings.
• Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.
• Apply adhesives to construction materials.
• Smooth surfaces with abrasive materials or tools.
• Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.

• Climb equipment or structures to access work areas.
• Select construction materials.
• Drill holes in construction materials.
• Remove excess materials from finished construction projects.
• Install metal structural components.
• Prepare surfaces for finishing.
• Evaluate quality of materials or products.

• Terrazzo Workers and Finishers

• Glaziers

• Helpers--Carpenters

• Tile and Stone Setters

• Painters, Construction and Maintenance

• Helpers--Painters, Paperhangers, Plasterers, and Stucco Masons

• Paperhangers

• Plasterers and Stucco Masons

• Fence Erectors

• Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers